Entertainment

Justin Bieber Effect Launches Lucky Startup [VIDEO]

There's no denying teenage singing phenom Justin Bieber's star power. His good looks, luscious locks and soulful voice can make a stadium full of girls weep. But, can Bieber also push tech startups to stardom?

Apparently so — over the weekend the social ratings iPhone app Stamped soared in the Apple App Store after Bieber mentioned them on Twitter. The Canadian singer–songwriter is a force to be reckoned with on the microblogging platform with 26.2 million followers and counting.

Stamped debuted in late July with immense star power behind it. The startup's investors include Bieber, comedian Ellen DeGeneres, T.V. host Ryan Seacrest, The New York Times and Sony's Columbia Records.

Do you think the Bieber Effect is real or was this a lucky coincidence? Share your thoughts with us in the comments.

Mashable
is a global, multi-platform media and entertainment company. Powered by its own proprietary technology, Mashable is the go-to source for tech, digital culture and entertainment content for its dedicated and influential audience around the globe.